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LA 2008: Brabus smart fortwo revealed

Zack — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:42:00 +0000

The BRABUS edition of smart’s diminutive little fortwo is, as we like to say, officially official as of yesterday when the brand pulled the wraps off the new-for-USA model. Unlike the Europeans who have had access to BRABUS smarts for the last few years, we won’t be getting the force-fed 112-horsepower three-cylinder engine here in the States, but that means we get to keep the 41 miles per gallon efficiency of the standard smart fortwo. You win some, you lose some, right? It’s a nice package that definitely stands apart from other fortwo models thanks to its unique alloy wheels, monochromatic paint in either black or silver and numerous BRABUS emblems inside and out. Want one? It’ll cost you $17,990 for the coupe or $20,990 for the cabriolet, which initially strikes us as a fairly steep sum considering it comes with the same 70 horsepower engine of the standard smart. As of right now, only those with fortwo reservations are eligible for the new BRABUS, but that seems likely to change in the near future if the model continues to prove as popular as smart claims it has.

Barabus TKR: An Exotic 1005-Horsepower Super Car

admin — Thu, 22 May 2008 13:52:00 +0000

Source: Barabus | Published: July 21, 2006

Designed, engineered, certified and marketed by a company called Barabus Sportscars Limited, TKR was conceived to combine more power than a Formula One racecar with the driving pleasure of a road car. Working with some of the world’s most respected and technologically advanced automotive suppliers, the TKR should put power and looks to the front of the motor industry.

Barabus Sportscars, a specialty engine and vehicle manufacturer, has created one of the most powerful super cars available. The engine is designed and built by Barabus and incorporates modern racing motor technology and engineering. Based on a V8 all aluminum block re-engineered by Barabus, the twin turbo dual intercooler engine generates 1005 horsepower at 6800 rpm; redlining at 7500 rpm.

According to Barabus, the TKR is capable of 270 miles per hour and 0-60 mph time of 1.67 s.

The styling was clearly inspired by other super cars, especially the Saleen S7 TT (front) and the Pagani Zonda (back).

The car is to be made in Italy and the power plant is built in the United Kingdom. While the TKR is a true Italian supercar, the vehicle itself reflects a “best-in-practice” philosophy, where Barabus has incorporated superior components from around the globe in order to manufacture the best vehicle possible. The TKR utilizes ceramic brakes as well as numerous high technology pieces from companies located in Italy.

The Barabus TKR is available for sale worldwide. Built in Colonella, Italy, the company wants to sell the car through select Barabus certified dealers specializing in exotic automobiles. Worldwide volume is projected to be 300-400 cars over the estimated three-year production run.

The first vehicles are expected to be delivered to customers in four months. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) is $660,000.

2008 Mercedes SLK by BRABUS

admin — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 08:08:00 +0000

After launch of the face lifted Mercedes SLK, Brabus revealed its new model of the small coupe cabriolet.

The car is powered by a 6.1L V8 engine delivering 445 horsepower. It is able to sprint from 0-100kmph in only 4.3 sec while 305kmph is its top speed.

The car features particularly standard suspensions, lowering it by 30mm to make it more stable at higher speeds.

Inside the car, German tuner presents extremely polished stainless steel-scuff plates with dazzling Brabus badge, Mastik-leather and Alcantara and particularly designed speedometer with 330kmph dial.